esprit de corps

[ e-spree duh kawr ]

noun

1. a sense of unity and of common interests and responsibilities, as developed among a group of persons closely associated in a task, cause, enterprise, etc.

   Synonyms: fellowship, solidarity, bonding, camaraderie

esprit de corps

/ ɛˈspriː də ˈkɔː; ɛspri də kɔr /

noun

1. consciousness of and pride in belonging to a particular group; the sense of shared purpose and fellowship

esprit de corps

1. The feeling of camaraderie among members of a group or an organization: “The campers have been together for only one week, but they are already bound by a strong esprit de corps.” From French, meaning “group spirit.”

Word History and Origins

Origin of esprit de corps¹

First recorded in 1770–80; from French: literally, “group spirit”

Example Sentences

“Ultimately, we wish to foster esprit de corps among cadets and the community by providing foundational training of firearms handling and use, which prepares young men and women for careers in law enforcement, department of corrections and military,” he wrote in an N.R.A funding application.

From New York Times

Many also worry about the effect the strike will have on the esprit de corps between faculty and students and the often lifelong relationships they build.

From Los Angeles Times

The department had argued the policy was enforced “to increase discipline, uniformity, safety and esprit de corps throughout this Department,” according to a Washington Post report at the time.

From Washington Post

The drill teams are intended to be the face of each military branch, serving as ambassadors and demonstrating skill, discipline and esprit de corps for the public.

From Washington Post

Complete with cymbals and high-flying lyrics extolling the force’s celestial mission, the song was the creation of two former service members — one a singer-songwriter, the other an arranger — who collaborated over months to create a musical composition that would inspire pride and esprit de corps.

From New York Times